Epilepsy foundation-Iowa

Hey guys! Since I was diagnosed at about 13 years old, driving was something that I was worried about. Is it safe to drive? Will I be ALLOWED to drive? What do I need to do? In this video are some answers, but I’m also including links to more complete references where you can find more […]

Looking for ways to get involved? It’s a busy spring for the Epilepsy Foundation – Iowa! Here are just a few of the upcoming events – and YOU are invited! 1.) Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 9 – 11 AM at Climb Iowa, 3605 SE Miehe Drive, Grimes, Iowa http://www.climbiowa.com/programs/groups/adult/ We will be climbing and […]

There is a lot going on with the Epilepsy Foundation-Iowa this spring! And YOU are invited to be part of it! Did you know there are events, conferences, meetings, advocacy opportunities almost every month? Whether you want to be part of an Epilepsy Walk or you are looking for a support group or you want […]

The Epilepsy Foundation of America describes epilepsy as a condition of the brain causing seizures, and a seizure is a disruption of the electrical communication between neurons. The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) defines epilepsy in stating “a seizure is an event and epilepsy is the disease involving recurrent unprovoked seizures.” Epilepsy, deriving from the […]

Iowa Barnstormers is hosting our organization for a night of Epilepsy Awareness & Education! Join us April 9th for the 7:05 PM game as they take on Nebraska Danger and show your support for the Epilepsy Foundation in Iowa by wearing purple and joining our crowd! Discount tickets are available through completion of this form […]

Epilepsy is a condition of the brain causing seizures. When someone has two or more unprovoked seizures, they are considered to have epilepsy. It can be hard to explain what it’s like to someone who doesn’t live with this condition. The Mighty, an online resource for people affected by a host of conditions, invited people affected by epilepsy […]

The Epilepsy Foundation promotes advocacy on all levels, including teens. The Epilepsy Foundation’s “Teens Speak Up!” program is a wonderful opportunity to teach young men and women living with epilepsy that what they have to say is important and that they have a voice. I have been exceptionally lucky to participate in this program. It was an […]